History of Finn Wolfhard in Timeline
Finn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor, musician, and director, best known for his role as Mike Wheeler in the hit Netflix series *Stranger Things*. He gained further recognition for portraying Richie Tozier in the horror films *It* and *It Chapter Two*, and Trevor Spengler in *Ghostbusters: Afterlife* and *Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire*. Wolfhard's career spans successful roles in both television and film, establishing him as a prominent figure in contemporary entertainment.
December 23, 2002: Finn Wolfhard's Birth
On December 23, 2002, Finn Michael Wolfhard was born. He is a Canadian actor, musician, and film director.
2012: Acting Debut in Music Video
In 2012, Finn Wolfhard's first acting role was in the music video for the song "Retro Oceans" by the Vancouver band Facts.
2014: Television Debut in The 100
In 2014, Finn Wolfhard made his television debut as Zoran in the second season of the post-apocalyptic science fiction series The 100.
2016: Started in Stranger Things
In 2016, Finn Wolfhard began portraying Mike Wheeler in the Netflix series Stranger Things after auditioning via video.
May 2017: Hosted Strange 80s benefit concert
In May 2017, Finn Wolfhard hosted "Strange 80s", a benefit concert to raise funds for Sweet Relief, and performed with Calpurnia. He also received an award for his work.
July 2017: Co-Directed Music Video and Feature Film Debut
In July 2017, Finn Wolfhard co-directed a music video for Spendtime Palace's "Sonora" with Josh Ovalle and made his feature film debut in Stephen King's "It" adaptation.
October 2017: Parted ways with APA
In October 2017, Finn Wolfhard parted ways with his former agency, APA, and fired former agent Tyler Grasham following allegations of sexual assault against Grasham.
2017: Hollywood Youth Impact Report
From 2017, Finn Wolfhard was listed in Variety's Hollywood Youth Impact Report.
2017: Starred in 'It'
In 2017, Finn Wolfhard played Richie Tozier in the horror film It.
2017: Lip Sync Battle appearance
In 2017, Finn Wolfhard, along with his co-stars Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, and Caleb McLaughlin, competed against one another in an episode of Spike's Lip Sync Battle.
January 2018: Signed with Creative Artists Agency
In January 2018, Finn Wolfhard signed with Creative Artists Agency.
2018: Named top star under 18
In 2018, The Hollywood Reporter named Finn Wolfhard as one of the top 30 stars under age 18.
January 2019: Starred in Carmen Sandiego
In January 2019, Finn Wolfhard starred in the Netflix animated series Carmen Sandiego as "Player".
November 2019: Calpurnia Dissolved
In November 2019, Finn Wolfhard's band Calpurnia dissolved.
2019: Starred in It Chapter Two
In 2019, Finn Wolfhard reprised his role as Richie Tozier in It Chapter Two.
January 2020: Starred in The Turning
In January 2020, Finn Wolfhard portrayed Miles in the supernatural horror film The Turning.
March 10, 2020: The Aubreys Released "Loved One"
On March 10, 2020, The Aubreys, Finn Wolfhard's new band, released their single "Loved One".
March 13, 2020: The Aubreys Released Soda & Pie EP
On March 13, 2020, The Aubreys released their debut EP, Soda & Pie, through AWAL.
July 2020: Announced in NEW-GEN
In July 2020, it was announced that Finn Wolfhard and his brother Nick would be headlining the voice cast of the sci-fi animated series NEW-GEN, playing twin brothers.
August 17, 2020: The Aubreys Released "Smoke Bomb"
On August 17, 2020, The Aubreys released their single "Smoke Bomb".
September 2020: Performed in The Princess Bride live reading
In September 2020, Finn Wolfhard performed a live reading of The Princess Bride's script as the Grandson for a Democratic Party of Wisconsin charity event.
2020: Directed Night Shifts
In 2020, Finn Wolfhard directed the comedy short film Night Shifts.
January 12, 2021: The Aubreys Released "No Offerings"
On January 12, 2021, The Aubreys' first collaboration single with Lunar Vacation, "No Offerings" was released.
September 10, 2021: The Aubreys Released "Karaoke Alone"
On September 10, 2021, The Aubreys released their single "Karaoke Alone".
November 5, 2021: The Aubreys Released Karaoke Alone LP
On November 5, 2021, The Aubreys released their debut studio LP, Karaoke Alone.
November 2021: Announced feature-length film direction
In November 2021, Finn Wolfhard announced that he is working on directing a feature-length film, Hell of a Summer.
2021: Starred in Ghostbusters: Afterlife
In 2021, Finn Wolfhard played Trevor Spengler in the supernatural comedy Ghostbusters: Afterlife.
2022: Joined Pinocchio
In 2022, Finn Wolfhard joined Guillermo del Toro's stop-motion animated musical film Pinocchio.
2022: Starred in When You Finish Saving the World
In 2022, Finn Wolfhard starred in the comedy-drama film When You Finish Saving the World, playing alongside Julianne Moore as mother and son.
2023: Directed Hell of a Summer
In 2023, Finn Wolfhard directed the feature Hell of a Summer.
2023: Released Hell of a Summer and Voiced Scott Pilgrim Takes Off
In 2023, Finn Wolfhard released the film Hell of a Summer, which he co-directed, co-wrote, and co-starred in. He also voiced a younger version of the titular character in Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.
2024: Starred in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
In 2024, Finn Wolfhard played Trevor Spengler in the supernatural comedy Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
June 6, 2025: Released Happy Birthday album
On June 6, 2025, Finn Wolfhard released his debut studio album, Happy Birthday, via AWAL.
October 2025: ParaNorman and The Replacements biopic
In October 2025, Finn Wolfhard lent his voice in a short CGI film ParaNorman: The Thrifting!. Also in October 2025, it was reported that Wolfhard was developing a biopic centered on the band The Replacements, co-writing the screenplay and producing the film.
November 2025: Starred in Crash Land
In November 2025, it was announced that Finn Wolfhard would star in a film titled Crash Land alongside Gabriel LaBelle.
2025: Focus on Career
As of 2025, Finn Wolfhard stated that he is choosing to stay single to focus on his career, and remains private about his romantic life.
2025: Starred in Stranger Things
Finn Wolfhard starred in the Netflix series Stranger Things in 2025.
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